2005 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
